South America Countries
Explore countries in South America for US expats. Compare visa options, cost of living, and quality of life.
Countries in South America
Uruguay
South America
Uruguay pairs South America's strongest safety and healthcare records with accessible residency for Americans — at a cost of living well below major US cities.
Paraguay
South America
An affordable, low-tax South American haven with unusually easy residency — but a Spanish/Guaraní-speaking culture where English is limited and public healthcare is thin.
Chile
South America
A stable, healthcare-strong South American base for US expats with moderate costs — but rising urban crime and limited English mean Spanish is essential.
Ecuador
South America
Dollar-based and affordable, Ecuador pairs low living costs and quality private healthcare with rising security concerns that make location choice essential.
Colombia
South America
Affordable, high-value healthcare and easy residency visas for US citizens — offset by serious safety concerns and limited English.
Argentina
South America
Affordable, culturally rich, and visa-friendly for Americans — but inflation and currency volatility make budgeting a moving target.
Brazil
South America
Brazil pairs a low cost of living and free universal healthcare with notable safety concerns and limited English — best for budget-conscious, adaptable American expats.